Examination Officer
1. £28,641 - £30,201 FTE (£25,378 - £26,761 Pro Rata) - SAT D
2. Full Time
3. Start Date: September 2026
4. Close Date: Mon, 11 May 2026
5. The North School
6. £28,641 - £30,201 FTE – SAT D
7. £25,378 - £26,761 Pro Rata
8. Term Time plus 10 additional days (40 weeks)
9. September 2026 start
10. Interviews: w/c 11th May 2026
The North School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Exams Officer to provide high levels of organisation and accurate delivery of an exam season. This role requires absolute accuracy and the use of highly organised systems at all times. You must be an excellent communicator and have exceptional administrative and organisational skills.
Previous experience of working within a school environment would be an advantage and a genuine interest in working amongst young people is essential. Flexibility is crucial to meet the demands of a busy school as is the ability to build effective relationships with staff, governors and the whole school community.
Responsibilities include:
11. Operating as the school’s examinations officer and undertaking all of the associated administration including electronic entry and registration for all qualifications, external public examinations, mock exams and internal exams and assessments for all year groups
12. To be aware of all JCQ and exam boards’ requirements and ensure that they are met and to keep abreast of new changes and developments
13. To lead and manage the team of invigilators, disseminating the duties prior to, during and after the exams
14. To act as a focal point for examination queries, liaising with staff, students and/or parents as necessary and ensuring that all relevant documentation is processed in this regard
The successful candidate should have excellent IT skills, previous exam officer experience is desirable and familiarity with the Management Information System - Bromcom would be helpful. This is an exciting opportunity and should you wish to be a part of our thriving school community we welcome your application.
Please note that while the closing date for applications is 11/05/2026, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early or interview prior to the closing date should a high volume of suitable applications be received. Early application is encouraged.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
15. Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
16. Enhanced Maternity Pay
17. Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
18. Generous Holiday entitlement of 26 days (SAT A-E) plus Public holidays, that increases on length of service
19. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
20. Access to training and development
21. On-site Parking
22. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
23. Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
24. Cycle to Work scheme
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